Seated Hamstring and Calf Stretch

Seated Hamstring and Calf Stretch — Start position — Start position

Seated Hamstring and Calf Stretch — End position — End position

Region: Knee & Thigh
Equipment: Other
Category: Stretching
Level: Intermediate
Force: static

Muscles worked

hamstrings
calves

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

Loop a belt, rope, or band around one foot. Sit down with both legs extended . This will be your starting position.
Leaning forward slightly, pull on the belt to draw the toes of your foot back. Hold this position for 10-20 seconds and then repeat with the other leg.

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